I Timothy 5

Core Values
The primary purpose of this epistle was to encourage Timothy in the difficult task of dealing with doctrinal errors and practical problems. This letter has been a handbook for pastors throughout the whole church age.
"Do not rebuke an older man harshly, but exhort him as if he were your father. Treat younger men as brothers, older women as mothers, and younger women as sisters, with absolute purity."One of the core values in the life of a believer is to approach relationships and personal involvement in ministry with respect. This admonition to Timothy from Paul the apostle can be applied from culture to culture and to generation after generation. Paul impressed upon Timothy the importance to exhort those who were his elder and to treat younger men like a brother. He was asked to remember the significance of those types of relationship and to embrace the role that each one plays.
We can learn that when correction or adjustments needs to be made, let it be done with absolute purity. This only will be effective when we stay in constant touch with God through prayer and the study of the Bible. We need to nourish our own soul in the words of faith and keep sound doctrine.

In this letter, the portion of scripture concerning the caring for the widows is dear to my heart. My youngest sister’s husband died at his job site several years ago and the impact it had on the entire family was staggering. As believers, the family knew to make a conscience effort to keep her safe and assist her when needed. Our busy lives was to be interrupted if she needed someone to confide in or help with the sink that was clogged. Any practical care that her household needed was a natural response for the extended family to do. The Cornerstone church then became the place of refuge and encouragement in the Lord for her. It was a place for her to grieve and experience healing.
It is good to see that the scripture gives clarity concerning the true widow, one who is without family. She is a woman of prayer, loving and a God-fearing person. Her life is then the responsibility of the church family. This is a powerful declaration to the world as the believer continues to take care of those who are without. A true blessing and reward from the Lord.
Have a wonderful week family!
Pastor Kim